Art lovers will simply love what the Salisbury, NC area has to offer when it comes to galleries and art centers. So take a day for yourself and stop by one of the following spots that are guaranteed to bring out your inner artist. Drive on Down to These 3 Spots for Art Lovers Near Salisbury, NC 1. Waterworks Visual Art Center You'll love the many exhibits in this 13,000-square-foot art museum. The creators of the Waterworks Visual Art Center make it their goal to be an innovator in both art exhibitions and education, all while showcasing the works of local artists. The center highlights exhibits that rotate three times a year. Just visit their website to see what's coming up. The staff is also friendly and knowledgeable, so feel free to ask any questions you'd like. more After you've browsed the center, be sure to stop by the museum store before you leave. Waterworks is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visits are free of charge, though donations are appreciated. Visit here at 123 E. Liberty St. 2. Rail Walk Studios & Gallery Local artists claim this 1800s warehouse-converted art gallery home. They use the weekdays to create beautiful artwork, and then open their doors to the public on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., where you can browse the exhibits, watch the artists work, and even learn about how they create their pieces. Do you see something you like? Go ahead and spoil yourself with a brand-new piece of artwork for your home. You can find information about each artist, as well as their upcoming events, all on their website. Rail Walk Studios & Gallery is located at 409-413 N. Lee St. 3. Old Sarum Gallery This gallery features 19th- and 20th-century art and specializes in appraisals and restorations. See their collection of beautifully framed artwork, and purchase your favorite. You can also speak with the experts when it comes to building a collection of your own. Whether you're new to the process or experienced, they will talk you through the practice of creating your own collection. Old Sarun Gallery is open on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. You can contact the proprietor, Davis L. Cooke, at 704-639-0006 for more information. You'll find this gallery at 124 W. Innes St. Drive to the local art establishments in a brand new 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SE. Stop by Cloninger Toyota today and let us show you around our fine inventory of new and used vehicles. Come visit us today at 511 Jake Alexander Blvd.
Celebrate the warmer weather with fun spring activities around Salisbury, NC. Load your loved ones in the Toyota Camry, Highlander, or Tacoma and go on an Easter egg hunt, hay and carriage rides, join the exciting festivities and music events in the parks, and shop for the best farm-fresh spring fruit and veggies, delicious home bakes, and beautiful handmade crafts at the farmers' market. 4 Fun Spring Activities You Can Drive to Near Salisbury, NC 1. Ring in Spring Take the little ones to join the excitement at the annual Ring in Spring event at Gateway Park at 105 Depot Street on April 1 at 11 a.m. Hunt for Easter eggs at the participating shops down Main, Innes, and Fisher Streets, fill your basket with goodies and get a free family photo with the big and fluffy Easter Bunny. Go on hayrides through the park, get creative making crafts, and enjoy a variety of mouthwatering snacks, all free of charge. more 2. Hurley Park Spring Celebration Celebrate the beautiful spring weather at the free Hurley Park Spring Celebration on April 2 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in Hurley Park at 304 Annandale Avenue. The festive occasion is packed with fun outdoor activities for the whole family, including carriage rides. The Soap Bubble Circus will provide loads of entertainment, the Salisbury Swing Band will play favorite tunes, and there will be an array of yummy eats and treats. Remember to buy a Spring Celebration t-shit featuring the park's beautiful flowers, gazebo, and bridge. 3. The Sounds of Salisbury Spring Concert Series Pack blankets, chairs, and a picnic basket in the Toyota and head to Bell Tower Green Park at 120 South Church Street on April 2 at 3 p.m. for the start of the Sounds of Salisbury Spring Concert Series. Get comfortable on the lawn and listen to the sounds of Colton Sherrill and the Pickups and Seth Grigg and the Fixns: local Salisbury bands playing alternative, rock, funk, R&B, and country music. The bands will keep playing music everyone will enjoy until 5 p.m. 4. The Salisbury Rowan County Farmers' Market The weekly Salisbury Rowan County Farmers' that kicks off in mid-April is a vibrant market full of friendly vendors offering the best locally grown, farm-fresh seasonal fruits and veggies, meat, home-baked goods, fresh-cut flowers, and beautiful handmade crafts. There's always live entertainment, great bargains, and delicious food. The market is in the newly restored Railwalk Pavilion at 228 East Kerr Street in Downtown Salisbury and is open on Saturdays between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. until the middle of December. Get out there to do all the exciting stuff that's happening around town and enjoy every minute of spring. While you're out and about, stop at Cloninger Toyota today to take one of the new 2023 models for a test drive.
Salisbury, NC has plenty of things to offer in town, but its central location and access to I-85 also make it a perfect starting point for countless summer activities that are only a short drive away! Whether you're looking to get the kids out of the house and have some summer fun for the whole family or looking to leave the kids with the sitter and enjoy a romantic day in nature, Toyota Cloninger has you covered. 4 Summer Activities You Can Drive to From Salisbury, NC 1. Family Fun at The North Carolina Zoo The NC Zoo isn't just any zoo! Once you enter, exploring its 2,600 acres full of animals in their natural habitats is a completely different zoo experience. It's even laid out in continent-specific sections, making it the perfect opportunity to teach the kiddos about native animals. After a full day exploring, the whole family will have plenty to talk about on the short 45-minute ride home. more 2. Endless Outdoor Entertainment at the Whitewater Center Set your Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 features, such as the dynamic-radar cruise control and road sign assist, and ride in comfort to a world of outdoor fun at the Whitewater Center. Ropes courses, rafting, and tubing are just some of the recreational activities offered. If you're looking for more adult-oriented activities, check out the River Jam series with evening yoga and live music, or sign up for a romantic sunset paddle trip to a fireside culinary experience. 3. Beat the Heat at Boone Cave Park Your Toyota RAV4 will keep you cool all summer long, but if you're looking to stay cool even while you're outside, head up to Boone Cave Park! Hike through shaded forests, venture to the 140-foot-deep cave where Daniel Boone and his family are thought to have spent their first winter in NC and cool off in gorgeous swimming holes along the river. 4. Keep it Local with Dan Nicholas Park If you're looking to stay closer to home, head to Dan Nicholas Park, a local summer haven. The park features a lake, carousel, aquarium, gem mine, and more. Just don't forget your picnic! And don't worry if the kids spill the baked beans before you get there, because Toyota's stain-and-spill-resistant seats make clean-up a breeze. There's no shortage of summer fun just a short drive from home, and now that you've planned your perfect summer days, how will you get there? Luckily, Toyota Cloninger has that covered too. The Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium's all-wheel drive is perfect for tackling those beautiful NC mountains, and the roomy SofTex-trimmed seats make summer drives comfortable for the whole family. Come check out Cloninger Toyota and ride in comfort to everything North Carolina has to offer!